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    Mass properties differ in assembly and parts

    Nothing assigned in the assembly. I simply mated a test fixture to the top of a Media stand to determine that if placed on a 10 degree platform, would the CG be in front of the front leg.
  2. coolio63

    Mass properties differ in assembly and parts

    Limey, I'm fairly new to SW, but I guess I do not understand the difference in applying a material with mass to each part, versus what you mention. Gwubs, There are no assembly cuts in either assembly.
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    Mass properties differ in assembly and parts

    I am using SW 2010 and have come across an issue where I have 2 parts that I have assembled. Separately, the parts weigh 124 and 100 pounds respectively. But when assembled and mated together, they weigh 214 pounds, 9 pounds less than individually. Any thoughts? I am using this to do virtual...

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